Basics of Data Communication and Computer Networking

Data communication and computer networking are key ideas in the tech world. They're about sending data between devices and creating connections to share information. Let's dive into the basics:

Basics of Data Communication and Computer Networking

Table of Contents

Data vs Information
Data Communication
Data Transmission Modes
Computer Networks

Network Topology
Types of Computer Network

Intoduction
Network Models
Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Reference Model
TCP/IP Model

Transmission Media
Network Devices Overview

Data Link Layer Services
Common Data Link Layer Protocols
Token Ring / IEEE 802.5
Medium Access Control

Physical Addressing
Error Detection
Identifying Encapsulated Data
Framing
Flow Control
Error Control
Congestion Control

Network Layer
Network Layer Functionalities
Network Layer Services
Internetworking

Internet Protocol
Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4)
Internet Control Protocol

Transport Services
Introduction to TCP
Introduction to UDP

Client-Server Model
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol – DHCP
Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP)
HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol)
Email Essential: Exploring Scenarios, User Agents, and Protocols
Telnet
Domain Name System
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and TFTP

Timeline of the Internet
Navigating the Internet
Internet Addressing
Internet Service Provider (ISP)

World Wide Web (WWW)
Internet
Internet Vs. WWW
Intranet
Extranet
Similarities between the Internet and Intranet
Distinctions between the Internet and Intranet
Services provided by the Internet
Applications of the Internet

These concepts have evolved with computing tech, starting from telegraphs to today's internet. The computer's invention and the demand for quick information exchange keep pushing advancements. Groups like the ITU and IETF set and uphold standards, making sure everything works smoothly.